The story follows , a noble maiden in the kingdom of Nortia whose perfect life—including her upcoming marriage to Robian de Castelmar —is shattered by a barbarian invasion.

After her father and fiancé go to war, the kingdom falls, and Viana is forced to flee into the Great Forest , a place of terrifying legends where trees are said to sing.

(2011) is a celebrated fantasy novel by Laura Gallego García , which earned the Premio Nacional de Literatura Infantil y Juvenil in 2012 . It is a standalone "medieval tale" that blends epic adventure with romance and environmental mysticism. Plot Summary

In the forest, she meets Lobo , a bitter ranger who teaches her to fight, survive, and trade her silk dresses for weapons.

Viana eventually discovers Uri , a mysterious being with mottled skin and moss-green eyes who appears to have no memory but a deep connection to the forest. Their bond leads Viana to uncover the truth behind the singing trees and the salvation of her kingdom. Key Characters